Meet the KZ Staff! 

Kim Albrecht (Ms. A) 

Meramec Site Leader 

Hey everyone, I'm Kim Albrecht! I am going into my 11th year working for Kid Zone and 4th year as Site Leader.  I'm excited to get to know our new families and continue to build relationships with those who are returning! I am a very active person, so you will always find me running around with the kids whether that is outside playing tag, in the gym, or starting a dance party in the cafeteria. Outside of Kid Zone, my passions are running, health, nutrition, and playing soccer and volleyball. Recently been enjoying cooking new recipes with my family and friends.  

Tyler Kearns (Mr. Kearns)

Program Coordinator 

Hi, I am Tyler Kearns, Kid Zone Program Coordinator. This is my 14th year with Kid Zone and 12th year as Coordinator.  I will be overseeing all of our Kid Zone sites, program development, staff development, community building, and serving on State and National Out of School Time Associations.  I love everything about extended day programming and what it means for our families, and the children we work with. Outside of Kid Zone my passion is working with my martial arts students and time at home with my own two children and family.  I am looking forward to our new adventure ahead this year. 



Jack  Gietl (Mr. Gietl)

Meramec Assistant Site Leader 

Hi, my name is Jack Gietl. This will be my 3rd year with Kid Zone. In my free time I enjoy watching sports and playing golf.


Michelle Snyder

(Mrs. Snyder)

Hi, I'm Michelle! I have 24 years of experience teaching students in early childhood,  elementary and middle school programs.  This is my 15th year as an Early Childhood Special Education teacher at the Clayton Family Center.  I love working with the students and families in our classrooms and in the Clayton community. I am also a teacher representative for the Family Center PTO. When I am not at work, I enjoy reading, walking my dogs, and spending as much time as possible with my two teenage children. I am excited to join the KidZone program this year! 

Lizzie Closser 

(Ms. Closser)

Hello everyone! My name is Lizzie Closser, and this is my 2nd school year working with Clayton Kid Zone! I am an education student at the University of Missouri-St. Louis. I am super excited to be working with elementary-aged kids again this year. I am studying secondary education, but there is something special in my heart for working with youngins. My favorite hobby at the moment is reading fantasy books--let me know if you need a recommendation! I'm looking forward to getting to know every new face and personality at Kid Zone, from parents to students to staff, and I am anticipating another amazing year!  

 

Katie Graham 

(Mrs. Graham) 

My name is Mrs. Katie Graham and this is my 12th year in the district. I am pleased to be able to spend some time on the Meramec campus this school year! I hold an MAT in education and I am a certified teacher from Birth-6th grade. I have been lucky to serve multiple roles in our district throughout the years! I currently teach at The Family Center, on the CHS campus, during the school day. This past summer I taught 1st grade at our Elementary Summer Academy, and in my early years served as the Site Leader for Kid Zone at the Family Center. I love working with children of all ages, partnering in their curiosity, and embracing their interests. I am also a Meramec and CHS mom, having a 2nd and 12th grader. When I am not at school, I enjoy reading, volleyball, attending sports and theater productions, and traveling with my own children, puppy, and spouse. I look forward to getting to know you and your children! 

Madelyn Holtmeyer 

(Ms. Holtmeyer)

Hi! My name is Maddie, I am from Washington, MO. I currently attend Fontbonne University as a junior majoring in speech pathology with a  minor in education as well as being on the softball team. I enjoy traveling, hiking, reading, and hanging out with my friends and family. 

Murphy Nayler 

(Mr. Nayler)

Hi! My name is Murphy and I attend Clayton High School. This is my first year working for Kid Zone! I am excited to see what this year brings and to get to know all of the students and families.

Meadow McNeary 

(Ms. McNeary)

Hi! I'm Meadow McNeary, a senior at Clayton High School, I am not just a rising singing and rap star but also have a soft spot for school-age kids. They embody the sweetness and innocence of my own youth, and I'm passionate about celebrating and uplifting them. I am member of the Chamber Choir and a former cheerleader, I spend my  spare time writing songs and playing my ukulele. After graduation, I plan to immerse myself in the music industry, studying music production while dedicating myself to singing, writing, and recording music as frequently as possible. 

Olivia Biundo 

(Ms. B)

Hi everyone, I’m Ms. B and I am so excited to start the new year with all of you! This will be my 12th year with Kid Zone, and I am currently going back to school at UMSL to pursue my BES! I can’t wait to see what the new year brings!

Alyssa Blanke

(Ms. Blanke)

Hi! My name is Alyssa Blanke and I am a junior at Clayton! I joined Kid Zone because I love working with kids and want to help give them a great start and end to their day. Some other stuff about me is that I love to play tennis, read, and spending time with my family and dog! 

Margaret Thompson 

(Ms. Thompson)

Hi! My name is Margaret Thompson and I am a senior at Clayton High School!  

Sarah Leary 

(Ms. Leary)

Hi! My name is Sarah Leary! I have just finished my first year of college at Wheaton College in Illinois! I am from Clayton and went all the way through the district, so I am super excited to be back and helping out with Kid Zone!